As a new fly fisherman, mainly inspired by the adventures on your channel, I really appreciate this. I’ve looked at every sling, chest, waist packs and as someone who day hikes into utahs alpine lakes, they didn’t make sense for me. Glad to revert to a company I already love, KUIU. Only complaint is I feel you are missing a gun, my friend. To each their own but there are scenarios bear spray won’t help you in. I’ve also had scary situations with stalking cats and 2 legged predators as well. Stay safe out there brother. Glad to see others carry a TQ.
@hunternelson12152 жыл бұрын
i’d pay too fish with you mike but that would be a priceless experience. i love the videos and i’ve learned a lot from you. you’ve inspired me to go on my own “weekend warrior” adventures! thanks for being such a good influencer.
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Hunter! We gotta get out and get after it while we can! Two days is tough but not impossible!
@timothyhix46862 жыл бұрын
As an old Marine, I love the old school Ka-Bar with the taped up sheath. I had one just like that hanging from my gear in the early '90s. Still have the knife, but now its in a kydex sheath on my SWAT gear. And good on you for carrying a tourniquet.
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
I was always told to carry a good knife.. so I made sure to get the best knife. I run and work out so that the extra weight of seemingly silly stuff like a tourniquet don’t bother my shoulders when I pack in/out!
@robperry90652 жыл бұрын
Great video Mike! Always helpful to get your perspective on what seemingly is mundane but makes all the difference if you use it correctly. I also agree 100% on the designs of backpacks. I’ve tried a good amount of options and manufacturers and at the end of the day I use an Osprey with those great hip pockets! Tight lines and thanks for the look behind the veil!
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
ROB!! I think it is so easy to get comfortable with where you are and what you bring.. Murphy's law will always come back and bite you if you aren't ready! Osprey was right up there with the Kuiu! They had some really nice bags.
@dr.rickhousewright7352 Жыл бұрын
Hey. I looked on line and didn’t find the venture 2300?? I found a 2300 pro?? Is that the same pack just a newer model?? And, venture divide 2000?? Thanks Mike. Truly enjoy your videos and especially the dialogue. Keep them boots in the water. Rick
@maxlong32802 жыл бұрын
That Kuiu is so drippy. Noticed it in your videos and was curious to see what it’s like. Just got the Arctetyx Khard pack, absolutely loving it so far!
@wildbillsadventuresoutdoor92762 жыл бұрын
Thanks for information what you use on your day pack. Plus Go KU!!!! Nice sweater 👌
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
Rock Chalk! I have an updated video coming very soon!
@wildbillsadventuresoutdoor92762 жыл бұрын
@@FLYALLSZN Awesome, can't wait to watch it
@joncothranphotography93752 жыл бұрын
Cool kit Mike! I would only add to the water bottle a Katadyn BeFree filter. It is great to drink from and save the bottle water for the trail. Thanks for sharing!
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah Jon! I will have to look into something like that!
@allexkowalsky41682 жыл бұрын
@@FLYALLSZN YEAH. WOULD HATE TO GET A WATER PARASITE OR SOMETHING XD
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
@@allexkowalsky4168 yikes
@rickwright30462 жыл бұрын
I second the BeFree. Super easy to use and collapses down to the size of your fist. I tuck mine inside my waders or if wet wading I put it in my fly bag.
@KJRitch2 жыл бұрын
When hiking into and out of the Rio Grande canyon do you wear your waders with the sandals or do you carry the waders and wear hiking boots? Hiking in waders is difficult especially climbing over obstacles. Does your pack carry the waders if not worn during hikes? I would’ve been nice to see you pack your equipment in the video. Thanks.
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
That is the beauty of this bag! It has no end of straps! I will strap down both my waders and boots and carry those puppies out with sandals on foot!
@showmemotion2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info! about to buy a pack so perfect timing
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
Check out kuiu! They’ve got some good stuff
@kalikasurf2 жыл бұрын
I’ll second that, on kuiu! A couple extra bucks but it’ll be the last bag you’ll need. Plus the modularity with putting different bags on a single frame. Black Friday deals on now! The venture 1800 would carry a change of clothes, snacks and your rods, and you could rock a chest rig for the fly gear. If you hunt also……then you’re gonna want to get the hunting pack.
@janeberryman35812 жыл бұрын
Hey 🙏 appreciate your perspective on being extra cautious- that gear could save your life right?
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
What can go wrong will go wrong right? I wanna be ready for everything!
@CarlosGarcia-5072 жыл бұрын
Fishpond just came out with a new fire hole backpack and it’s a game changer.
@kalikasurf2 жыл бұрын
About the same size and price of the kuiu bag, the fire hole bag is nice though
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
I used to really like fishpond! Looking outside the industry is not a bad thing..
@CarlosGarcia-5072 жыл бұрын
@@FLYALLSZN agreed. I just love the net holder on the new fishpond pack cuz I carry a med length handle net
@berks8260 Жыл бұрын
Kuiu is great, Eberlestock makes a good pack also…I have both. Get the Coleman compressed toilet paper. Super light and compressed full roll..like < $2, always in my pack. I use Spot. Great list!!!
@FLYALLSZN Жыл бұрын
That is a great idea! I will most certainly have to look into that for next season!
@knightfour61712 жыл бұрын
You must be a Boy Scout. That is a thorough pack.
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
Boy scouts were never for me! I have my dad to thank for most of what I know!
@ConnerCannonwhiteboy2 жыл бұрын
I use an Osprey backpack. I love it
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
I looked at a few of their bags too! They seemed awesome as well!
@tombonnot86012 жыл бұрын
You just had to where the Kansas sweat shirt. Miz-zou
@FLYALLSZN2 жыл бұрын
HA! Gotta rep the hawks!
@rrwjes15712 жыл бұрын
Those who wear black and gold allow us KU grads the opportunity to demonstrate our empathy and benevolence.